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Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Notary Public in Kansas

Eligibility Requirements

Before applying to become a notary in Kansas, ensure you meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Age: You must be at least 18 years old.
- Residency: You must be a resident of Kansas, or if not a resident, you must be regularly employed in Kansas.
- Good Character: You must be of good moral character and capable of reading and writing the English language.
- No Felony Convictions: You must not have been convicted of a felony.

Complete the Notary Public Application Form

Download the Application: You will need to complete the Kansas Notary Public Appointment Form. The form can be downloaded from the Kansas Secretary of State's website.

[Notary Public Appointment Form (PDF)] (https://www.sos.ks.gov/forms/notary/NP.pdf)

Obtain a Notary Bond

  • Bond Requirement: Kansas requires a notary bond in the amount of $7,500. You must obtain a notary bond from a licensed surety company authorized to operate in Kansas.

  • Bond Submission: The bond must be included with your application form when you submit it.

Submit the Application and Pay the Fee

Fee: The application fee for becoming a notary in Kansas is $25.
Submission: Mail your completed application, along with the bond and the $25 fee, to the following address:

Kansas Secretary of State
Memorial Hall, 1st Floor
120 SW 10th Avenue
Topeka, KS 66612-1594

Purchase Notary Supplies

  • Notary Seal: Kansas requires a notary seal or stamp that contains your name as it appears on your commission, the words "Notary Public," and "State of Kansas."

  • Notary Journal: Although not required by law, it is recommended to keep a notary journal to record all your notarial acts.

Receive Your Commission Certificate

Approval and Certificate: If your application is approved, the Kansas Secretary of State will issue your notary commission certificate. You will receive this by mail.

Take the Oath of Office

Oath of Office: Once you receive your commission certificate, you must take an oath of office. The oath can be administered by a notary public, judge, or other authorized official.

Begin Performing Notarial Acts

Start Date: After you have received your commission certificate and taken the oath of office, you are officially a notary public in Kansas and can begin performing notarial acts.

Additional Resources and Links

  • Kansas Secretary of State Notary Public Information:

[Kansas Notary Public Information] (https://www.sos.ks.gov/business/notary.html)
 

  • Kansas Secretary of State Contact Information:

[Kansas Secretary of State - Contact Information] (https://www.sos.ks.gov/other/contact.html)

Following these steps will guide you through the process of becoming a notary public in Kansas. Be sure to carefully review all instructions and requirements provided by the Kansas Secretary of State to ensure a smooth application process.
 

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